FORDHAM University
Postdoctoral Research Scientist
FORDHAM University, Rose Hill, Virginia, United States, 24281
Overview
Founded in 1841, Fordham is the Jesuit University of New York, offering an exceptional education distinguished by the Jesuit tradition to more than 16,000 students in its nine colleges and schools. It has residential campuses in the Bronx and Manhattan, a campus in West Harrison, N.Y., the Louis Calder Center Biological Field Station in Armonk, N.Y., and the London Centre in the United Kingdom. The Gallo Lab at Fordham University seeks a postdoctoral research scientist to study the neurobiological basis of motivated behavior and its implications for neuropsychiatric disorders. The lab uses the mouse as a model system, combining behavioral analysis with neuropharmacological and cell-targeted approaches, including fiber photometry, optogenetics, chemogenetics, slice electrophysiology, gene expression analysis, and fluorescence microscopy. The successful candidate will contribute to a new NIH-funded project on ventral striatal acetylcholine and its modulation by dopamine in forms of impulsive behavior. This is a 1-year grant-funded position, with continuation contingent upon grant funding. The Gallo Lab is located on the Rose Hill Campus in the Bronx and is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities for mouse behavior and neural circuitry analysis.
The lab team includes a postdoc, graduate and undergraduate students, and technical staff, providing research assistance and opportunities for mentoring and project management. Interactions occur with faculty in the Departments of Biological Sciences, Psychology, and Computer Science, and the lab maintains collaborations with neuroscience labs at nearby NYC institutions. Essential Functions
Designs and executes experiments. Interprets and analyzes data, prepares manuscripts and conference presentations. Handles mice, stereotaxic brain surgery, behavioral testing (operant and other), fiber photometry, optogenetics, and related techniques. Performs brain harvesting and processing, immunofluorescence microscopy, and in situ hybridization. Participates in lab meetings and other collaborative efforts. Essential Functions Note
This list is not intended to be an exhaustive list. The University may assign additional related duties as necessary. Management Responsibilities
Not responsible for supervision or oversight of others. Additional Functions
Required Qualifications: Education and Experience PhD in Neuroscience or related field and a track record of publications. Required Qualifications: Knowledge and Skills Strong basic neuroscience research background. Previous experience working with mice. Excellent communication and project management skills. Willingness and ability to work independently and as part of a diverse team and to mentor students. Preferred Qualifications
Experience using cell-targeted approaches to study neural circuitry in vivo. Experience in mouse operant behavior and neuroanatomy. Programming skills in Python or Matlab. Analytical skills in neurophysiology, calcium imaging/fiber photometry, and behavioral data. Salary
Minimum Starting Salary: $68,000 Maximum Starting Salary: $70,000 Note: Salary is commensurate with qualifications, experience, and skills. Union Status
Is this a Union position? No Posting Details
Posting Number: A871P Number of Vacancies: 1 Start Date: ASAP Posting Date: 09/25/2025 Special Instructions
EEO Statement Fordham University is committed to excellence and welcomes candidates of all backgrounds. Fordham University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Physical Activity and Work Environment
Physical Activity Sitting — Nearly Continuously Repetitive Hand Motion (typing) — Nearly Continuously Hearing, Listening, Talking — Nearly Continuously Standing Standing — Not Required Walking Walking — Not Required Running Running — Not Required Bending, Stooping, Kneeling, squatting, Crouching, Crawling Bending, Stooping, Kneeling, squatting, Crouching, Crawling — Not Required Climbing stairs Climbing ladders — Not Required Reaching overhead Reaching overhead — Not Required Pulling, pushing Pulling, pushing — Not Required Shoveling Shoveling — Not Required Lifting – up to 20 pounds Lifting – up to 20 pounds — Not Required Lifting – up to 50 pounds Lifting – up to 50 pounds — Not Required Lifting – over 50 pounds — Not Required Work Environment: Office Environment; exposure to animals in laboratory settings. Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents Resume Cover Letter Optional Documents Supplemental questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * Do you have a PhD in Neuroscience or related field and a track record of publications?
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Founded in 1841, Fordham is the Jesuit University of New York, offering an exceptional education distinguished by the Jesuit tradition to more than 16,000 students in its nine colleges and schools. It has residential campuses in the Bronx and Manhattan, a campus in West Harrison, N.Y., the Louis Calder Center Biological Field Station in Armonk, N.Y., and the London Centre in the United Kingdom. The Gallo Lab at Fordham University seeks a postdoctoral research scientist to study the neurobiological basis of motivated behavior and its implications for neuropsychiatric disorders. The lab uses the mouse as a model system, combining behavioral analysis with neuropharmacological and cell-targeted approaches, including fiber photometry, optogenetics, chemogenetics, slice electrophysiology, gene expression analysis, and fluorescence microscopy. The successful candidate will contribute to a new NIH-funded project on ventral striatal acetylcholine and its modulation by dopamine in forms of impulsive behavior. This is a 1-year grant-funded position, with continuation contingent upon grant funding. The Gallo Lab is located on the Rose Hill Campus in the Bronx and is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities for mouse behavior and neural circuitry analysis.
The lab team includes a postdoc, graduate and undergraduate students, and technical staff, providing research assistance and opportunities for mentoring and project management. Interactions occur with faculty in the Departments of Biological Sciences, Psychology, and Computer Science, and the lab maintains collaborations with neuroscience labs at nearby NYC institutions. Essential Functions
Designs and executes experiments. Interprets and analyzes data, prepares manuscripts and conference presentations. Handles mice, stereotaxic brain surgery, behavioral testing (operant and other), fiber photometry, optogenetics, and related techniques. Performs brain harvesting and processing, immunofluorescence microscopy, and in situ hybridization. Participates in lab meetings and other collaborative efforts. Essential Functions Note
This list is not intended to be an exhaustive list. The University may assign additional related duties as necessary. Management Responsibilities
Not responsible for supervision or oversight of others. Additional Functions
Required Qualifications: Education and Experience PhD in Neuroscience or related field and a track record of publications. Required Qualifications: Knowledge and Skills Strong basic neuroscience research background. Previous experience working with mice. Excellent communication and project management skills. Willingness and ability to work independently and as part of a diverse team and to mentor students. Preferred Qualifications
Experience using cell-targeted approaches to study neural circuitry in vivo. Experience in mouse operant behavior and neuroanatomy. Programming skills in Python or Matlab. Analytical skills in neurophysiology, calcium imaging/fiber photometry, and behavioral data. Salary
Minimum Starting Salary: $68,000 Maximum Starting Salary: $70,000 Note: Salary is commensurate with qualifications, experience, and skills. Union Status
Is this a Union position? No Posting Details
Posting Number: A871P Number of Vacancies: 1 Start Date: ASAP Posting Date: 09/25/2025 Special Instructions
EEO Statement Fordham University is committed to excellence and welcomes candidates of all backgrounds. Fordham University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Physical Activity and Work Environment
Physical Activity Sitting — Nearly Continuously Repetitive Hand Motion (typing) — Nearly Continuously Hearing, Listening, Talking — Nearly Continuously Standing Standing — Not Required Walking Walking — Not Required Running Running — Not Required Bending, Stooping, Kneeling, squatting, Crouching, Crawling Bending, Stooping, Kneeling, squatting, Crouching, Crawling — Not Required Climbing stairs Climbing ladders — Not Required Reaching overhead Reaching overhead — Not Required Pulling, pushing Pulling, pushing — Not Required Shoveling Shoveling — Not Required Lifting – up to 20 pounds Lifting – up to 20 pounds — Not Required Lifting – up to 50 pounds Lifting – up to 50 pounds — Not Required Lifting – over 50 pounds — Not Required Work Environment: Office Environment; exposure to animals in laboratory settings. Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents Resume Cover Letter Optional Documents Supplemental questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * Do you have a PhD in Neuroscience or related field and a track record of publications?
#J-18808-Ljbffr